SUNAN YESU

"Sunan Yesu" is a bright and affirming Hausa hymn that centers entirely on the power and refuge found in the name of Jesus. For choirs in northern Nigeria and Hausa-speaking congregations everywhere, this piece offers a joyful declaration of faith. The verses walk through what that holy name means to the believer—it is our salvation, our place of prayer, our eternal life, and our firm foundation.

Michael Zedeino’s 2024 composition is set to a lively, rhythmic pulse that naturally invites the congregation to sway and join in. The structure is classic and accessible, with four stanzas that build up to a unified, spirited chorus. When the choir transitions into the refrain, singing "Ai sunan nan na da iko" (This name has power), the melody opens up beautifully. It makes an excellent choice for a recessional or a moment of thanksgiving during Mass, sending the people out with a lingering sense of hope and the sweet reassurance that there is truly no name like His.